Geopolitical Risk Analyst and Diplomatic Consultant

Greg Collison

*************@*****.*** Greater Washington, D.C. / Baltimore Area

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Recently separated Foreign Service Officer with nearly 20 years of distinguished service advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives in complex global environments. Former U.S. Army officer with a strong foundation in leadership, security cooperation, and strategic planning. Expertise in regional analysis, diplomatic negotiations, and interagency processes. Now seeking freelance consulting opportunities supporting organizations with geopolitical risk analysis, investment strategies, and global market insights. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Foreign Service Officer

U.S. Department of State — Washington, D.C. & Overseas Posts 2007 – 2026

• Led high-level diplomatic engagements with foreign government officials, multilateral organizations, and private-sector partners

• Advised senior U.S. policymakers on geopolitical developments, regional stability, and economic trends across multiple regions

• Directed multi-million-dollar foreign assistance and security cooperation programs

• Managed large, cross-functional teams, including U.S. direct hires and locally employed staff

• Coordinated interagency strategy with defense, intelligence, and development stakeholders

• Oversaw crisis response operations, including evacuations and contingency planning for U.S. personnel and citizens

• Delivered strategic briefings to senior government officials, congressional delegations, and international partners

Consular & Political Officer (Multiple Assignments) U.S. Embassies — Middle East, Latin America, Asia

2007 – 2015

• Adjudicated complex visa cases and provided emergency services to U.S. citizens abroad

• Produced in-depth political and economic reporting to inform U.S. foreign policy decisions

• Cultivated relationships with host government officials, civil society leaders, and international organizations

• Led anti-fraud initiatives and strengthened consular integrity programs MILITARY SERVICE

Commissioned Officer (Captain)

U.S. Army

1999 – 2005

• Led platoon- and company-level operations both domestically and in overseas deployments

• Planned and executed security and stability operations in high-risk environments

• Managed personnel, logistics, and mission planning

• Coordinated with allied forces and interagency partners during joint operations

• Awarded commendations for leadership and operational effectiveness EDUCATION

Master of Science in Strategic Intelligence

National Intelligence University — Bethesda, MD

Multiple programs

Foreign Service Institute — Arlington, VA

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of California, Los Angeles — Los Angeles, CA CONSULTING EXPERTISE

• Geopolitical Risk Analysis

• International Market Entry Strategy

• Government & Regulatory Affairs

• Crisis & Security Advisory

• Political & Economic Forecasting

• Stakeholder Engagement

SKILLS

• Strategic Analysis & Forecasting

• Diplomatic Negotiation

• Cross-Cultural Leadership

• Crisis Management

• Program & Budget Management

• Executive Briefings & Public Speaking

• Interagency & Multinational Coordination

LANGUAGES

• Spanish — Professional Working Proficiency

• French — Limited Working Proficiency

• Arabic—Elementary Proficiency

CLEARANCES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Clearance

• Foreign Service Institute (FSI) Advanced Area Studies & Language Training

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